2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rossa | R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
